Woman sexually assaulted while walking dog in Tokoroa
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Police are appealing for information after an alleged sexual assault in Tokoroa.
Officers were called to Dumfries Road just before 11.30pm on Friday after a woman who was walking her dog was sexually assaulted by an unknown person.
The offender then left the scene before police arrived.
Police would like to speak to a man who was seen wearing a white hooded sweatshirt on a bicycle.
Officers say they have no reason to believe this man had any involvement but he may have information that could be helpful.
Police also want to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time, or anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage - using the reference number 250628/1758.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 0800 555 111.
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